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Ypsilanti City Council proclaims May as Mental Health Awareness Month

Ypsilanti City Council declares May 19-25 Public Works Week

The Ypsilanti City Council has proclaimed May 19-25, 2024 as Public Works Week, recognizing the vital role of public works professionals in maintaining essential city services and infrastructure. The city plans to celebrate with events and activities to raise awareness and honor these public heroes.

YpsiWrites to host author reading May 22 at Ypsilanti District Library

Three Ypsilanti authors, Patrick Flores-Scott, Caroline Huntoon, and Toni Pressley-Sanon, will read from their newly published works on Wednesday, May 22, with YpsiWrites at the Ypsilanti District Library Whittaker Branch.

What's the move? May 20-25

Discover events happening around campus this week.

May 18 air quality advisory in effect for Southeast Michigan

An air quality advisory has been put into effect for Saturday, May 18, across Southeast Michigan.

Ypsilanti’s Evenstar’s Chalice will close downtown storefront, continue online

Evenstar's Chalice is closing its brick-and-mortar location this summer, but will continue operations online.

Peninsular Paper Dam removal nears finalization

The City of Ypsilanti is in the process of removing the Peninsular Paper Dam to improve the Huron River ecosystem and make way for recreational space for the community.

Desiraé Simmons keeps seat on Ypsilanti City Council after May 7 special election

Council Member Desiraé Simmons won a special election that was an attempt to recall her from office.

EMU Rowing Team celebrates new course on Ford Lake

Ypsilanti Meals on Wheels celebrates 50 years of community service

Ypsilanti, Washtenaw County gifting residents 200 trees

What's the Move? April 15 - April 20

Eastern Michigan University launches new Narcan Program

The Eastern Michigan University community will now have the opportunity to partake in a training program focused on how to administer Narcan, which will also provide trainees with two doses. Those who do not participate in the training can still receive two doses of the medication from the Department of Public Safety.

The Eastern Echo hosts second annual Student Media Gala

The gala aims to highlight the work and achievements of Eastern Michigan University students and alumni.

Police Department Union votes no confidence in Chief Moore

Discussions on Black and Palestinian solidarity to be hosted on Eastern's campus

The event “Black Intifada: The Roots and Legacies of Black and Palestinian Solidarity” will take place on Feb. 22 from 6-8 p.m. in the Student Center Auditorium.

Ypsilanti City Council’s million-dollar property purchase sparks recall campaign against council member Desirae Simmons

A recall campaign has been brought against Ypsilanti City Council Member Desiraé Simmons after voting yes on a $3.7 million building purchase.

Local bookstore celebrates 10-year anniversary

Ypsilanti City Council Recap: Jan. 23, 2024

The Ypsilanti City Council met on Jan. 23 where they voted to appoint both the City Manager and vacant Ward 2 positions.

Washtenaw County COVID-19 community level now at medium-risk

Washtenaw County at medium COVID-19 risk level since the end of 2023.